Alleged bank robber caught in nearby movie theater

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Alleged bank robber caught in nearby movie theater

SANDY, Utah – Police in Sandy arrested a man they say ducked into a movie theater after robbing a Wells Fargo Bank.

Police say 36-year-old Benjamin Michael Peterson robbed the branch at 9491 South and 700 East. During the robbery, Peterson was reportedly wearing a disguise, including a big straw hat, a fake beard and a track suit.

Police say they got a tip saying someone saw Peterson ditch is disguise and walk into a movie theater down the street.